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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 191- 243.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When will Pharaoh marry Lostris?
(a) Exactly one month after the engagement is announced.
(b) In two days: the same day that the engagement is announced.
(c) As soon as she can prepare her retinue and travel to the capital.
(d) Exactly one year after the engagement is announced.

2. Contrary to Pharaoh's plans, why does Lostris set out to charm him?
(a) To win his love and eventually marriage.
(b) To win his favor for Tanus.
(c) To win favor for her father.
(d) To win freedom for Taita.

3. What is ironic about the double crown of Egypt that Pharaoh wears?
(a) The Lower Kingdom does not acknowledge his rule.
(b) The crown is merely a symbol of history, not of power.
(c) He does not deserve to wear the crown.
(d) Lord Intef wears an identical crown.

4. Why is Tanus's speech a surprise to his whole audience, especially Taita?
(a) He praises his own god rather than Pharaoh's chosen god.
(b) He does not mention any modern problems or solutions.
(c) He boldly names all the problems rampaging through Egypt.
(d) He repeatedly blames Pharaoh for the nation's problems.

5. When Tanus disappeared, to whom did he hand over his squadron and Pharaoh's seal?
(a) Taita.
(b) Safaga.
(c) Lord Intef.
(d) Kratas.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tanus is nicknamed Akh-Horus. What does this name mean?

2. Why is Taita able to persuade Pharaoh of Lostris's illness on their wedding night?

3. How does Taita conquer Shufti?

4. When a beggar boy asks for alms from Taita, what does Taita give him?

5. What does Taita do the night Lostris is first called in to visit Pharaoh?

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